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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1967
Page
3
The county enjoyed good rains boosting agriculture while South Texas faced severe weather losses with potential disaster area status and federal aid. Crews describe a tornado near Rockport and ongoing post Beulah recovery as communities brace for impact.
Gustine high school records a 39 to 6 victory over Lingleville Cardinals Friday night after a rain delay. Danny Davis scored twice with a 65 yard run and a 54 yard catch, while Ronnie Allen and Boyd Westfall added key plays. Also noted are fumbles, interceptions, and standout defense by Ronnie Harvick. The report includes a later public notice about road work in Comanche County and a благодарственное note from W. H. Armstrong’s family.
The relatives of Mrs. A. L. Myrtle McDonald express sincere appreciation for kindness shown during her extended illness and death. May God bless each one for your love. The McDonald Families. Most highly developed rural highway system in the United States is completely paved part of a 38,000 mile Texas farm to market road network.
Brownwood Junior High edged Comanche 16 to 0 after an early interception set up the first score. Comanche defense played well but failed to sustain offense. They are slated to play Hamilton on Thursday October 5.
Mrs Emma Drucilla Corby 78 of De Leon died September 20 in a local hospital. Funeral services were held September 21 at Nabors Chapel with Rev J N White officiating and burial followed at Carlton Cemetery. She was born August 30 1889 in Hamilton County and lived in Comanche County 33 years. She married Will Corby May 22 1913. he died May 6 1967. Survivors include daughter Mrs Lee Pruitt five sisters four grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
E t on Melonaid area IV state officer presented the runner-up trophy to Vic Isham for the Comanche Young Farmers Chapter. Over six years the chapter has placed first or second in area competitions, topped the state in 1963, and has been in the top two in area every year of its existence.
An advertisement promotes SLIMO DEX as a nonprescription weight loss pill promising rapid fat reduction with no dieting or exercise. It guarantees money back if unsatisfied and offers mail order service via Service Drug Store Comanche with a $3.00 price and a full refund on return of unused portions.
John H. Tate of Arlington died September 26 after a four month illness. He was brother of Geo F Tate of Comanche. Survived by wife Aletha Graham and two daughters Mrs W S Shea of Mullica Hill New Jersey and Mrs Robert Ross of Denver Colorado. Interment was in Arlington Cemetery on September 27. The report also notes Mrs Foster Leach of Brady visiting Comanche with her daughter Mrs Howell Cobb.
John W. King of 305 N. Pine was rushed to a local hospital Friday with a slight heart attack. He is much improved and expected to return home soon. King is a retired naval officer, former County Service officer, and CHS Class of 1916 alumnus.
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